Cockatoos are number one on the list because they require minimal interaction and are easy to care for. These birds make good pets for very young children because they are beautiful, fascinating to watch, and provide soothing "music" with their soft chirps and chatter. Finches don't usually care much for interacting with humans, so if you decide on a finch, get two or more so that they will have some company. Cockatiels should not be taken out of their cage and handled, so if your child craves a bird that they can really interact with, you may want to consider numbers two and three as a better option.